SMOG CHECK INSPECTOR EXAM LATEST UPDATED
2026/2027 A COMPLETE SOLUTION ALL ANSWERS
GET IT 100% CORRECT VERIFIED BEST GRADED A+
FOR SUCCESS
What are two types of TSI (Two speed idle tests?)
2500 rpm and Idle
What are the two types of Acceleration Simulation mode tests?
50/15 and 25/25 test
What does DAD stand for ?
Data acquisition device
Smog check program divides the state into 3 areas determined by the air
quality.. what are they ?
Enhanced, Basic, and Change of Ownership
Biennial smog checks are required in which program area?
Enhanced areas ( these areas do not meet federal or state air quality
standards for ozone and carbon monoxide)
If the VIN on the vehicle doesn't match the registration documents what
should the inspector do?
Use the VIN on the vehicle to inform the customer that it doesn't match
the registration document. DMV will not accept the test results
If VIN and plate entries are correct and communication failure continues
what should the tech do? How do you proceed?
Complete the inspection as promoted by the EIS.
,Directed vehicles can only receive a smog check certification from which
stations ??
Star test only and star test repair
A certificate of compliance is required whenever a vehicle changes
ownership except when the vehicle is being transferred between ?
Family (parent,child,spouse,) companies, lessor and lessee
What are three main reasons to reject a vehicle from performing an
initial initial inspection ?
Excessive fluid leaks, engine overheating, unsafe drive axle tire or wheel
(dyno test only)
While performing a visual inspection an inspector observes there is no
EGR amplifier even though one is shown on the under hood emission
label. The EGR valve is connected to the ported vacuum. What EIS
analyzer entry should be made?
Missing
Which of the following actions should be taken if a vehicles timing reads 5
degrees BTDC and the specification of the vehicle is 8 degrees ?
Enter "PASS" into the analyzer for ignition timing and 5 degrees BTDC for
the timing reading
Which of the following is a primary purpose of the smog check referee ?
Perform inspection dispute resolutions
What action should be taken when a 23 month old car with 22,000 miles
on its odometer fails an emissions inspection because of a failed emission
component?
Refer the customer to go to a dealer for the repair
What is the difference between a three wire oxygen sensor and a single
wire oxygen sensor ?
A three wire allows earlier closed loop operation
, are smog check inspections and or repairs allowed to be sublet
No but there are a few exceptions
Is sales tax included on the estimate?
No only on the invoice
Functional tests are procedures that consist of
EGR systems, ignition timing, MIL, OBD, LPFET, fuel cap (following
manufacturer procedures, smog check manual and as prompted by the
inspection system
Under functional which two tests does gasoline powered vehicles from 96
to 99 require?
OBD AND MIL
What are the two required tests do gasoline powered vehicles from 75 to
95 require?
Tailpipe and Visual and everything comes with it
On government vehicles if the odometer is missing or illegible enter ___?
None; N/A
Inspect a dual/ bi-fuel vehicle using the
Fuel in which the vehicle was operating on when it arrived to the station
The ASM emission inspection includes two loaded mode sequences known
as ___/___ and ___/____?
50/15 and 25/25
If the BAR referee label is missing what should the technician inform the
customer ??
To contact the bar referee for inspection information
An SPCN, grey market or vehicle with an engine change without a bar
referee label it must be first inspected where ?
2026/2027 A COMPLETE SOLUTION ALL ANSWERS
GET IT 100% CORRECT VERIFIED BEST GRADED A+
FOR SUCCESS
What are two types of TSI (Two speed idle tests?)
2500 rpm and Idle
What are the two types of Acceleration Simulation mode tests?
50/15 and 25/25 test
What does DAD stand for ?
Data acquisition device
Smog check program divides the state into 3 areas determined by the air
quality.. what are they ?
Enhanced, Basic, and Change of Ownership
Biennial smog checks are required in which program area?
Enhanced areas ( these areas do not meet federal or state air quality
standards for ozone and carbon monoxide)
If the VIN on the vehicle doesn't match the registration documents what
should the inspector do?
Use the VIN on the vehicle to inform the customer that it doesn't match
the registration document. DMV will not accept the test results
If VIN and plate entries are correct and communication failure continues
what should the tech do? How do you proceed?
Complete the inspection as promoted by the EIS.
,Directed vehicles can only receive a smog check certification from which
stations ??
Star test only and star test repair
A certificate of compliance is required whenever a vehicle changes
ownership except when the vehicle is being transferred between ?
Family (parent,child,spouse,) companies, lessor and lessee
What are three main reasons to reject a vehicle from performing an
initial initial inspection ?
Excessive fluid leaks, engine overheating, unsafe drive axle tire or wheel
(dyno test only)
While performing a visual inspection an inspector observes there is no
EGR amplifier even though one is shown on the under hood emission
label. The EGR valve is connected to the ported vacuum. What EIS
analyzer entry should be made?
Missing
Which of the following actions should be taken if a vehicles timing reads 5
degrees BTDC and the specification of the vehicle is 8 degrees ?
Enter "PASS" into the analyzer for ignition timing and 5 degrees BTDC for
the timing reading
Which of the following is a primary purpose of the smog check referee ?
Perform inspection dispute resolutions
What action should be taken when a 23 month old car with 22,000 miles
on its odometer fails an emissions inspection because of a failed emission
component?
Refer the customer to go to a dealer for the repair
What is the difference between a three wire oxygen sensor and a single
wire oxygen sensor ?
A three wire allows earlier closed loop operation
, are smog check inspections and or repairs allowed to be sublet
No but there are a few exceptions
Is sales tax included on the estimate?
No only on the invoice
Functional tests are procedures that consist of
EGR systems, ignition timing, MIL, OBD, LPFET, fuel cap (following
manufacturer procedures, smog check manual and as prompted by the
inspection system
Under functional which two tests does gasoline powered vehicles from 96
to 99 require?
OBD AND MIL
What are the two required tests do gasoline powered vehicles from 75 to
95 require?
Tailpipe and Visual and everything comes with it
On government vehicles if the odometer is missing or illegible enter ___?
None; N/A
Inspect a dual/ bi-fuel vehicle using the
Fuel in which the vehicle was operating on when it arrived to the station
The ASM emission inspection includes two loaded mode sequences known
as ___/___ and ___/____?
50/15 and 25/25
If the BAR referee label is missing what should the technician inform the
customer ??
To contact the bar referee for inspection information
An SPCN, grey market or vehicle with an engine change without a bar
referee label it must be first inspected where ?
